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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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