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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tokelau to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What innovative 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 deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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