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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Scientists want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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