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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. People want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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