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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education ventures. Educators want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this crescive need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also examines 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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