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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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