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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to take online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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