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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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