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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology enable people in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology organizations have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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