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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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