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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Monaco to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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