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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in electronic educational technology are empowering humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Costa Rica to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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