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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in digital education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Brazil to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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