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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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