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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Israel to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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