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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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