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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in blended learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Iceland to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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