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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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