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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because 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 educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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