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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in blended learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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