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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in distance learning technology are enabling people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this demand for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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