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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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