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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning are empowering humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these significant new open educational experiments. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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