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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning have made it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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