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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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