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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because online 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 teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Nigeria to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)