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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are considering in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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