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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in online learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Babson College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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