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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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