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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Minnesota to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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