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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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