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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations must deal with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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