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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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