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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in elearning have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgetown University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation 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 institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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