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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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