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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing 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 make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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