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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in elearning have enabled people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is all right? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Liberia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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