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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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