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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to understand these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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