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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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