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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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