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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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