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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online education have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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