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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in digital education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Iceland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key 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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