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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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