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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning have empowered people in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Kitts and Nevis to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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