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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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