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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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