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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning make it possible for humans all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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