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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning organizations are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Trainers and many other participants would like to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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