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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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