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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Faroe Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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