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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers 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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