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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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