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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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