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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing desideratum for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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