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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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