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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This amazing new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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