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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Marquette University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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