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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators certify that the quality of these massively open online courses is all right? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these significant new open education initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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