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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Congo, (Congo  – Kinshasa) to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This definitive new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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