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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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