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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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