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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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