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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like China, People's Republic of to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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