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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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