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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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