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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation 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 educators handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this increasing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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