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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book describes the best practices in blended learning based on decades of research. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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