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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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