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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in e-learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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