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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is developing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Aruba to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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