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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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