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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in elearning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Barbados to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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