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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these promising new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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