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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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