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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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