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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Solomon Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and 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 stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these new open educational ventures. Students want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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