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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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