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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these compelling new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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