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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a desire to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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