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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in online learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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