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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in digital education technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like University of Utah to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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