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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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