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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also addresses 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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