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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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