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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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