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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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