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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning are empowering humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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