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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning institutions are considering today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions ensure that the quality of 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 participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Niue to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants would like to understand these open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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