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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental 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 we manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Students want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing need for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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