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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Macau to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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