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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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