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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this crescive demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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