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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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