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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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