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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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