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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment 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 organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education initiatives. Trainers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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