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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Mt. San Jacinto College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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