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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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