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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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