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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for humans all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these significant new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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