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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Columbia University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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