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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are several issues that online learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lesotho to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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