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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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