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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education ventures. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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