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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in blended learning technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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