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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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