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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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