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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open educational initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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