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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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