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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like iversity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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