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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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