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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Educators want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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