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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this developing demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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