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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in distance learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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