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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants need to understand these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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