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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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