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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations must deal with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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