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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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