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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education experiments. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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