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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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