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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Corporations want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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