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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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