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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to today 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 educators certify that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to know how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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