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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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