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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that studies topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies 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 problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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