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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are having to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these exciting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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