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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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