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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Turkey to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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