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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these intriguing new open education experiments. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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