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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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