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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations have to struggle with today because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and 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 participants deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational experiments. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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