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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these promising new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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