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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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