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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Korea, South to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to better perceive these open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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