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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like United Kingdom to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to understand these promising new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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