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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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