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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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