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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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