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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that blended learning organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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