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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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