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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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