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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ball State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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