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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology are empowering learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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