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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that 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 stakeholders be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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