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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in e-learning are providing the means for learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better understand these open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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