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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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