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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scholars want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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