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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Hong Kong to conduct these MOOC courses? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these intriguing new open education experiments. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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