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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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