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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in electronic educational technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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