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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in blended learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can organizations certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these massive open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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