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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Honduras to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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