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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning technology have empowered students all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Public servants want to know how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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