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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that studies subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in learning technology have enabled students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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