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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations must deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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