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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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