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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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