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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in blended learning technology enable people all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Infrastructure, marketing, pedagogy, and assessment are some of the areas where questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education persist. There are many issues that e-learning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational endeavours. Universities want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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