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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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