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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning institutions have to consider now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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