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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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