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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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