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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in electronic education technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Michigan State University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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