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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like British Antarctic Territory to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open education ventures. Academics want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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