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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Malaysia to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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