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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open education initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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