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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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