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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Latvia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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