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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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