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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These massive online courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment 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 deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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