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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in online learning have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open education ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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