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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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