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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to understand these open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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