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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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