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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Educators want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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