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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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