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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in electronic educational technology are enabling students all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOCs? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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