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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Kentucky to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also studies the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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