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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning are empowering people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Clipperton Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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