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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic educational technology enable learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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