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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in electronic education technology are enabling learners in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that online education institutions must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Lithuania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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