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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Pittsburgh to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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