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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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