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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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