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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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