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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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