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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in electronic education technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado System to conduct these MOOCs? What original 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 teachers deal with inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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