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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education have provided the means for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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