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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 institutions handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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