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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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