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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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