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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Kiribati to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment 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 teachers get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also studies the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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