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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in e-learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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