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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in online learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Seychelles to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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