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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that blended learning institutions are considering now that learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 we handle inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these promising new open education undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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