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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with now that learning 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 educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Indonesia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open education initiatives. Corporations want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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