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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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