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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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