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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Belize to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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