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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bowling Green State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Public servants want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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