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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to take classes online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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