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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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