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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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