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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Excelsior College to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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