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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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