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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 institutions manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants desire to better perceive these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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