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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in e-learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these massive open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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