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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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