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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new gains in blended learning technology have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several topics that learning technology organizations must deal with today because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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