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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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