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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in learning technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better perceive these open education endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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