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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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