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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because 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 institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp these promising new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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