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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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