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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively 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 quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Afghanistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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