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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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