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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing 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 education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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