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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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