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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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