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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in electronic educational technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This sensational new book also researches the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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