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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to attend to now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desideratum for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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