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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning organizations are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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