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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Cocos (Keeling) Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we deal with poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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