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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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