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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Honduras to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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