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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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