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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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