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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like State University of New York to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation 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 we manage issues like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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