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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Massachusetts Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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