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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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