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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open education experiments. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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