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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Eliademy to conduct these massive open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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