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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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