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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in electronic education technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open education undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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