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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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