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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Mayotte to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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