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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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