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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online learning have provided the means for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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