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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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