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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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