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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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