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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to take online classes. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are considering today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like UWashingtonX to conduct these massively open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing desire for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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