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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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