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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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