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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Peru to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants want to be more aware of these new open education ventures. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the 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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