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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like British Sovereign Base Areas to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to understand these important new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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