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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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