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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. 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 teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to grasp how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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