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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive these fascinating new open education endeavours. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this desire for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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