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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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