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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Kauffman Fellows Academy to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education experiments. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also addresses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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