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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology have empowered people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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