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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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