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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational experiments. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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