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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources