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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Professors want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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