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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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