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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This book also addresses the major 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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