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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended 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 organizations be assured that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this developing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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