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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. New developments in learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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