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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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