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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education endeavours. Students want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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