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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning make it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also studies the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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