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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Estonia to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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