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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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