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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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