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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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