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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in elearning technology have empowered learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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