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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants want to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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