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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in digital education technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Central Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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