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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in elearning are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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