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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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