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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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