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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these new open education endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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