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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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