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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Columbia University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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