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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in blended learning have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOC classes are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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