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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Vatican City to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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