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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that talks about issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing desideratum for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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