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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better understand these intriguing new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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