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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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