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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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