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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Minnesota to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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