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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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