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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Colorado State University-Global Campus to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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