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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these significant new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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