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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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