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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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