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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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