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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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