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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Indonesia to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the issues of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This definitive new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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