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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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