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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like UC Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOCs? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews 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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