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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Saint Martin to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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