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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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