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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online education make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this crescive desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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