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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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