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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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