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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in blended learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling 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 learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these promising new open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also researches the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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