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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in digital education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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