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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOCs? 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 stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open educational endeavours. Professors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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