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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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