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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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