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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants desire to better grasp these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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