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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Relay Graduate School of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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