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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in online learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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