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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these exciting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources