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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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