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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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