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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology enable people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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