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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology have empowered people all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education ventures. Instructors want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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