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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also studies the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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