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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in e-learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational ventures. Instructors want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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