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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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