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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering now that elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Malta to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. People want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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