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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Mount Sinai School of Medicine to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this increasing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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