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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of training 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 stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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