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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this expanding need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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