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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Montserrat to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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