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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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