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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Researchers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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