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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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