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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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