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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Ukraine to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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