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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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