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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in blended learning technology enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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