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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Peer to Peer University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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