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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning are empowering people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these open educational ventures. People want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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