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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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