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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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