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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also researches the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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