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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tumblr to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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