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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Vatican City to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental 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 we deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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