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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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