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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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