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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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