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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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