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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Trinidad and Tobago to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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