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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Israel to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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