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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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