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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning enable students all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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