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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning enable students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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