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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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