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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in online learning technology enable people all over the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment 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 manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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