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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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