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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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