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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative 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 we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also describes the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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