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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning are enabling people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key 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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