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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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