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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning are making it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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