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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates issues relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Professors want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this crescive desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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