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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Great Basin College to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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