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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to understand these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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