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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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