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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning enable learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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