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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Turkey to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also describes the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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