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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these exciting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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