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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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