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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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