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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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