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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in blended learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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