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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Kiribati to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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