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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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