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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Switzerland to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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