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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this growing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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