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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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