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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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