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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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