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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology organizations are dealing with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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