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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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