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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This new book also investigates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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