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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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