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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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