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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original 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 stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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