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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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