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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open education ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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