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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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