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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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