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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Netherlands Antilles to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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