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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in online learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing need for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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