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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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