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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have empowered students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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