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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this developing demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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