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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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