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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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