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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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