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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. New gains in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider 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 make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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