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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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