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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tumblr to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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