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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in online education technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these interesting new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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