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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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