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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online education enable humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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