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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Finland 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 organizations manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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