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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Barthelemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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