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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in electronic educational technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Santa Cruz to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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