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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Wellesley College to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation 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 organizations manage poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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