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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the instruction 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 assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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