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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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