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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major 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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