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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online learning have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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