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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in online education are making it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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