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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning organizations must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. People want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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