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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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