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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New gains in learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Meetup to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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