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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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