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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in electronic education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Teachers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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