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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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