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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider today because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the key 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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