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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering people all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also researches the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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