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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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