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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Boston University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education ventures. Teachers want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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