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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also examines the 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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