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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are considering now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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