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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants would like to understand these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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