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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Panama to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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