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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions must deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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