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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also articulates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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