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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources