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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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