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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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