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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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