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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Virginia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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