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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Greece to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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