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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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