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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in online learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to better perceive these compelling new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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