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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering in 2015 because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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