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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning organizations are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning 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 organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like South Africa to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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