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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are dealing with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Maryland, College Park to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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