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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive 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 we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Baker Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these significant new open educational undertakings. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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