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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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