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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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