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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in online education enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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