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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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