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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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