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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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