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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Virginia to conduct these massively open online courses? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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