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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing 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 thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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