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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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