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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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