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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Papua New Guinea to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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