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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Utah State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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