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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning enable students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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