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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Samoa to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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