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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these important new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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