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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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