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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. New developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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