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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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