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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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