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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many subjects that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Colombia to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these interesting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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