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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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