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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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