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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malawi to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education ventures. Lecturers want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important 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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