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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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