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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in blended learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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