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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Utah State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to understand these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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