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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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