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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). Modern evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education experiments. Universities want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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