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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled people in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. People want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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