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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these significant new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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