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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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