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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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