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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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