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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Researchers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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