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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational experiments. Public servants want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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