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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in blended learning technology are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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