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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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