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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johnston Atoll to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to understand these compelling new open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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