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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Djibouti to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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