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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in e-learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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