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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Dominica to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand these compelling new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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