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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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