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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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