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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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