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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology enable learners all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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