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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology are empowering students all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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