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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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