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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in electronic educational technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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