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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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