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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Open2Study to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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