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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this crescive need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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