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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Public servants want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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