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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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