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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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