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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education