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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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