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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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