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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also researches the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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