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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Public servants want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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