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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning have made it possible for people all over the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Malaysia to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this developing need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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