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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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