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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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