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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advances in online education technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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