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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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