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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in elearning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Norfolk Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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