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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new changes in learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like OpenupEd to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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