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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this expanding need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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