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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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