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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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