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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that analyzes issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Italy 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 participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these promising new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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