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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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