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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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