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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in e-learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions are considering now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Wake Island to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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