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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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