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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning 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 educators make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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