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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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