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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Concordia University Wisconsin to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education experiments. Trainers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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