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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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