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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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