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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to better comprehend these important new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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