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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing demand for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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